Degree Details

2012-2013

Assistant Teacher (Certificate of Performance)

This certificate prepares students to assist in the instruction of children under the supervision of an Associate Teacher or higher. Child Development courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.

Units Courses
3 CHIL 101 Human Growth and Development
3 CHIL 180 Nutrition, Health and Safety for Children
Select one course from:
3 CHIL 111 Curriculum: Music/Motor Skills
3 CHIL 121 Curriculum: Art
3 CHIL 131 Curriculum: Language/Science
3 CHIL 141 The Child, Family and Community
Select one course from:
2 CHIL 160 Observing and Understanding Children
2 CHIL 161 Observations and Issues in Child Development
1 - 4 CHIL 270 Work Experience
1 CHIL 291A Child Development Center Practicum
1 CHIL 291B Child Development Center Practicum
1 CHIL 291C Child Development Center Practicum
1 CHIL 291D Child Development Center Practicum
10-13 = Total Units

This is a department award in recognition of information on the transcript and does not imply that a graduation requirement has been met.

Academic Requirements (Certificate of Performance).

Transfer Information

Students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university should complete courses required for the university major and the general education pattern required by that transfer institution. See the Mesa College catalog TRANSFER INFORMATION section. Additional courses may be required to meet university lower-division requirements.

Course requirements at the transfer institution are subject to change and may be verified by a counselor or by consulting the current university catalog. Many Baccalaureate in Arts degrees require third semester competency in a foriegn language. Consult the current catalog of the transfer institution and consult with a counselor.

Please Note: This information is for informal use only! This is a converted electronic copy of the official printed 2011/2012 college catalog. Every effort has been made to ensure this information is up to date and accurate, but the college catalog is the authoritative source.